1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Visa | 914 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |